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Graphtec Plotter Cutter FC8000-130
{{PhysicalTool|
model = Graphtec Plotter Cutter FC8000-130 |
serial = xxx |
consumables =
* Cross-cut blade: [https://www.interwesttools.com/products/graphtec-cross-cutter-blade-ct01h?_pos=1&_sid=f0e8712b3&_ss=r CT01H] |
workEnvelope = xxx |
manual = https://www.graphtecamerica.com/cp-download-fc8000-1 |
photo = filename |
northForge=Yes
}}


== Work Flow with Corel ==
== Work Flow ==
Starting from having a vector file in CorelDRAW
See https://northforge.ca/community/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/21.-Vinyl-Cutter-SWP.pdf
X7:  
* set fill to none, outline to hairline and black
* click the (get screen shot) icon in Corel, and choose "send cut lines to CutMaster 3"
* File, print, Graphtec, click "Cut Test" button
** click edit
 
 
what to change force
*** if it cuts into the base too much, use less force
*** if it doesn't cut through film, use more force
* when the force is right, click '''Print'''


==Material==
==Material==
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* '''Exhibition''': intermediate 3-year film removes cleanly and easily for up to 2 years after application and has a matte surface
* '''Exhibition''': intermediate 3-year film removes cleanly and easily for up to 2 years after application and has a matte surface


==URL==
* http://www.graphtecamerica.com/support/support_fc8000.html


[[Category: Toolbox]]
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Revision as of 11:59, 2024 March 12

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Work Flow

See https://northforge.ca/community/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/21.-Vinyl-Cutter-SWP.pdf

Material

Fill out sheet in the vinyl area; if out of anything, send slack msg to consumables

  • Intermediate: Only 2.5 mils thick, ORACAL 651 offers six-year outdoor durability
    • Force: 24
  • Exhibition: intermediate 3-year film removes cleanly and easily for up to 2 years after application and has a matte surface